https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/spain-housing-crisis-prompts-first-general-strike-in-14-years-before-hundreds-of-thousands-join-protestContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/spain-housing-crisis-prompts-first-general-strike-in-14-years-before-hundreds-of-thousands-join-protesthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/spain-housing-crisis-prompts-first-general-strike-in-14-years-before-hundreds-of-thousands-join-protest#u202441Sun, 15 Nov 2026 13:01:22 +0000Spain has approved new housing reforms following the country's first general strike in 14 years, which brought nationwide disruption and massive street protests over skyrocketing living and housing costs. Hundreds of thousands of demonstrators filled cities including Barcelona and Madrid to voice anger at shrinking purchasing power and extreme rent prices. In response to the unrest, the government greenlit housing measures, though officials note their longevity could depend on upcoming election outcomes. The turmoil highlights intense economic pressure on urban residents.Why it mattersThe